610-2. 3 7/8 unfluted, pre lock .

[MP1518]

Is pre lock ( 2001/2002) 3 7/8 inch barrel 610-2 unfluted a regular production gun or a special distributor run? What approximately do they sell for these days ? How do they shoot with .40 S&W ammunition? Which clips work best ?

 

[Hawg Rider]

I can't help much, except to provide you with some info courtesy of the SCSW 5th Ed. Your 610-2 "10mm Classic" is actually a 4" bbl. (introduced in 2001, Product Code 103571) with the unfluted cylinder that was standard production (not a special distributor run). The 1/8" barrel length difference (3-7/8" vs 4") is common with S&W revolvers. There were 300 Model 610-2s made with a 3" bbl. and unfluted cylinder for Lew Horton in 1998 (PC 148120), but that's the only special run that I've found. I don't own a 610 so I can't speak to shooting .40 ammo, but I do use TK Custom, Speed Beez, and RIMZ EZ moonclips for my .45 ACP and .357 Magnum revolvers. The RIMZ are plastic and very easy to load/unload, and I know that they make them for your 610. I've seen asking prices for the Lew Horton 610s in the $3500 range, but standard production 610-2s only around $900. Enjoy!

 

[ACE10000D]

I have one of the 610-2's you're referring to. The label on the case says 3", but it measures 3-7/8". Product code 148120. It's a Lew Horton, as Hawg mentions. They generally bring around $3500 or so.

 

[WCCPHD]

Mine says 3 7/8 on the end label on the box. Always thought that was interesting.

 

[MP1518]

I can't help much, except to provide you with some info courtesy of the SCSW 5th Ed. Your 610-2 "10mm Classic" is actually a 4" bbl. (introduced in 2001, Product Code 103571) with the unfluted cylinder that was standard production (not a special distributor run). The 1/8" barrel length difference (3-7/8" vs 4") is common with S&W revolvers. There were 300 Model 610-2s made with a 3" bbl. and unfluted cylinder for Lew Horton in 1998 (PC 148120), but that's the only special run that I've found. I don't own a 610 so I can't speak to shooting .40 ammo, but I do use TK Custom, Speed Beez, and RIMZ EZ moonclips for my .45 ACP and .357 Magnum revolvers. The RIMZ are plastic and very easy to load/unload, and I know that they make them for your 610. I've seen asking prices for the Lew Horton 610s in the $3500 range, but standard production 610-2s only around $900. Enjoy!

I can't help much, except to provide you with some info courtesy of the SCSW 5th Ed. Your 610-2 "10mm Classic" is actually a 4" bbl. (introduced in 2001, Product Code 103571) with the unfluted cylinder that was standard production (not a special distributor run). The 1/8" barrel length difference (3-7/8" vs 4") is common with S&W revolvers. There were 300 Model 610-2s made with a 3" bbl. and unfluted cylinder for Lew Horton in 1998 (PC 148120), but that's the only special run that I've found. I don't own a 610 so I can't speak to shooting .40 ammo, but I do use TK Custom, Speed Beez, and RIMZ EZ moonclips for my .45 ACP and .357 Magnum revolvers. The RIMZ are plastic and very easy to load/unload, and I know that they make them for your 610. I've seen asking prices for the Lew Horton 610s in the $3500 range, but standard production 610-2s only around $900. Enjoy!

Thanks. Will need to get some moonclips.

I have one of the 610-2's you're referring to. The label on the case says 3", but it measures 3-7/8". Product code 148120. It's a Lew Horton, as Hawg mentions. They generally bring around $3500

I have one of the 610-2's you're referring to. The label on the case says 3", but it measures 3-7/8". Product code 148120. It's a Lew Horton, as Hawg mentions. They generally bring around $3500 or so.

This is longer then 3 inch barrel. Also , there are no markings on left side of the barrel (?). Weird. No lock either.

 

[MP1518]

 

[MP1518]

 

[MP1518]

This one is definitely different. Left side of the barrel is plain. Serial number is on left side of the frame . By trigger guard.

 

[ACE10000D]

Here are pics of mine, I added the factory combats, it came with a set of rosewood Altamont or Eagle style grips.

 

[1Celticfozzie]

I had a 610, 20 years ago. I only shot 40s with it and had zero issues. I kick myself for selling it.

 

[ladder13]

The new 610 MG is going to tamp down the prices on some 610’s, especially the locked ones.

 

[CHARLIE699]

Factory .40's in my 5" 610 (ND) are fairly tame. Lot of "N" frame weight. Use combination of S&W, Ranch & RIM moons.
With the factory .40's in my "L" frames, they are a little snappier. Less weight, 4" & titanium cylinders.

 

[flundertaker]

I had a 610, 20 years ago. I only shot 40s with it and had zero issues. I kick myself for selling it.

If you can find one. I’ve been looking for a .357 MG since they were announced and have yet had the opportunity to actually see one, not less purchase one. I’m beginning to wonder if S&W / Lipsey are just playing games.

 

[Rock185]

Those 610-2s are beauties IMHO. My 610s were the earlier 5" versions. I didn't use much .40, but don't recall any accuracy or other issues with the 2 I owned. Wish the 610 no lock MGs had been available a few years ago. I would have purchased the S&W no lock instead of the Ruger GP100MC.

I don't think Lipsey is playing games, the 686 MGs are out there, becoming more available and prices are coming down. I've only been to the range a couple times with it, but am pleased with my example..

 

[doubletapp357]

I owned a 610 6.5 inch unfired in box and was offered $650 at a local Scheels! I laughed out loud...

 

[jdlii]

The one that I care for is a 3.75" barrel, non-fluted cylinder with S&W marked Hogue grips.